Head to head
Bomag BW 135 AD-5 vs JCB 3T-2
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 322kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 322kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bomag BW 135 AD-5 | JCB 3T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 34,1 kW | 18.9 kW |
| Weight | 4.050 kg | - |
| Working width | 1.300 mm | - |
| Emission stage | Stage V / TIER4f | - |
| Payload | - | 3000 kg |
| Operating weight | - | 2345 kg |
Sources: Bomag BW 135 AD-5, JCB 3T-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BW 135 AD-5 if...
- you want one that has 322kW more power
A larger light tandem roller for road repairs, driveways, car parks and small paving jobs. Used by surfacing contractors and hire fleets for asphalt and soil compaction.
Full BW 135 AD-5 specifications →Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bomag BW 135 AD-5 and the JCB 3T-2?
The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 has 322kW more power. The Bomag BW 135 AD-5 is a light articulated tandem roller for asphalt compaction; the JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip.
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